Bringing comprehensive case management expertise of 4 years in home health, 2yrs of hospital based critical care and cardiac telemetry experience, strong communication, and critical thinking skills to ensure quality patient care. Experienced in diverse patient populations, chronic disease management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in healthcare systems and technologies, focusing on seamless patient transitions and individualized care planning.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE CASE MANAGER
Advocate Aurora Health At Home
Oakbrook, IL
03.2021 - Current
Attended interdisciplinary meetings to discuss complex cases and provide input regarding appropriate course of action.
Demonstrated excellent communication skills in interacting with patients, families and other healthcare providers.
Involved patients and families in identifying and clarifying needs and expectations to develop mutual and realistic goals.
Identified barriers that impede successful transition from one level of care to another.
Provided comprehensive case management services to a diverse patient population, including assessment of patients' needs and development of individualized care plans.
Utilized critical thinking skills when making decisions about patient's care plans or referral sources.
Monitored changes in condition or treatment plan compliance through regular follow-up calls and visits.
Reported symptoms, condition changes and vital signs to primary care doctors, patients, and families.
Led care conferences to discuss complex patients with high risk for rehospitalization to revise treatment plans when necessary and led morning teammate huddles.
REGISTERED NURSE, FLOAT POOL
Advocate Christ Medical Center
Oak Lawn, IL
02.2019 - 02.2021
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity with CTC monitor techs.
Worked with the Covid Strike Team since March 2020 (10 months) assisting with the testing/results and bed placement of covid inpatients and outpatients.
Provided assistance precepting new staff to the Covid Strike Team.
Managing Covid-19 data to report out to IDPH.
Managing care for ER overflow/OBS patients to assist with offloading ER patient volumes.
Floated to telemetry units, LVAD unit, Emergency Room, cardiac/medical step-down units, and med-surg units assisting staff in care of these patients.
SANDWICH ARTIST
Subway
Joliet, IL
07.2013 - 07.2019
Prepared sandwiches and other menu offerings in a timely manner.
Shift Lead- Assisted with training new employees under the direction of the Supervisor and Store Manager.
Provided product information and menu item explanation to ensure consideration of dietary restrictions.
PCIA
Advocate Christ Medical Center
Chicago, IL
06.2017 - 06.2019
Provide direct patient care under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.
Documented vitals, actions, and orders.
Improved patient quality of life by assisting patients with ADLs.
Provided safe patient handling with skilled mobility support.
HUMAN ANATOMY TUTOR
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL
08.2015 - 07.2016
Provided academic support sessions with small groups of students and individual sessions based on knowledge deficit.
Provided lab assistance including cadaver care, model teaching and demonstrations, and cleaning up after lab sessions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL
12.2018
Skills
Epic charting system
Wound Care management
Pre-post procedure care
Case management
Home infusion care
Pleurx drain management
LVAD patient care
Foley care insertion/management
Central line care
Chronic disease management
Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
BLS Certification, 2025-09-05
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE CASE MANAGER
Advocate Aurora Health At Home
03.2021 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE, FLOAT POOL
Advocate Christ Medical Center
02.2019 - 02.2021
PCIA
Advocate Christ Medical Center
06.2017 - 06.2019
HUMAN ANATOMY TUTOR
Saint Xavier University
08.2015 - 07.2016
SANDWICH ARTIST
Subway
07.2013 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Xavier University
ACTIVITIES
Epic Super User
Psi Chi National Honor Society Treasurer/Secretary, 2017-03 - 2018-01, Hosted seminars on Psychology careers and resume building., Balanced financial records., Recorded meeting minutes.
Member of Student Nurses' Association, 2017-08 - 2018, Volunteered at annual blood drive.
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